Description

1-Cyanocyclohexane Acetonitrile is a versatile nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a cyclohexyl ring and a reactive nitrile group, enabling its use in constructing complex molecular frameworks. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing cyclohexyl or piperidine ring systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific nitrile functionalities for biological activity.
• Fine Chemical Production: Used in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and photographic chemicals where the nitrile group undergoes further transformation.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and high-performance materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratories for cyclization reactions, chain extensions, and as a source of the cyano group in multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing novel ligands and organometallic catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Cyanocyclohexane Acetonitrile
CAS No.	4172-99-0
Molecular Formula	C9H13N
Molecular Weight	135.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclohexylacetonitrile; (Cyclohexylmethyl)cyanide; 2-Cyclohexylacetonitrile; Cyclohexanemethyl cyanide; α-Cyanoethylcyclohexane; Cyclohexylmethyl nitrile; 1-Cyano-1-cyclohexylethane; Cyclohexaneacetonitrile
EINECS	224-048-9

Quality Control

Our 1-Cyanocyclohexane Acetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of our global pharmaceutical and fine chemical partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and minimize evaporation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.4580 - 1.4620
Density (20°C)	0.950 - 0.970 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.